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3 Ways With Pimiento Cheese

Time to give three staples a major upgrade.

Apr 29, 2015

Lindsay Funston

I have a confession: I love pimiento cheese. Known as the "caviar of the South," it consists of shredded cheddar, pimiento peppers, and mayo or cream cheese. You can add ingredients to that base to make it more spicy (cayenne pepper, hot sauce) or mustardy or savory (Worcestershire). I tend to keep it simple, but I do love adding some Dijon for depth.

The real beauty of pimiento cheese is that it's so much more than just a dip. While it's brilliant on its own with Triscuits or sliced sourdough as a party appetizer, it also makes for a delicious grit stir-in, sandwich filling, and mac 'n cheese sauce. Prepare yourself for pimiento greatness with these three ideas.

Pimiento Grits With Fried Egg

Lindsay Funston

If you love grits as much as I do, you'll be a big fan of making them pimiento-style. Make it a meal—and just way better—by putting an egg on top.

Pimiento and Avocado Grilled Cheese

Bacon and Pimiento Mac 'N Cheese With Spicy Breadcrumbs

Lindsay Funston

Making a pimiento macaroni and cheese is simple: All you need to do is create a sauce of milk, cheddar, and pimientos and toss it with cooked shells. Add heat with spicy breadcrumbs, which you can make in two minutes flat.

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